Title: Design Requirements of Elastomeric Bridge Expansion Joints

Author(s): Joseph W. Gallagher

Publication: Symposium Paper

Volume: 70

Issue:

Appears on pages(s): 1039-1052

Keywords: control joints; corrosion; deicers; durability; highway bridges; joint sealers; joints (junctions); structural design; waterproofing; wear

DOI: 10.14359/17448

Date: 1/1/1981

Abstract:
One of the principal causes of corrosion of highway bridges is leakage of dissolved deicing chemicals through expansion joints. Waterproof expansion joints for bridges with movements of four inches (101.6 mm) or more present special design requirements which must be met to achieve adequate performance in long term service.